Interracial Lovers in Revolutionary China

In the 20th century, China underwent a dynastic change and became a modern communist state. Chinese and foreigners began to meet and form romantic relationships, coinciding with the last phase of Western imperialism. This book explores the interracial relationships of 22 people who overcame these obstacles to cross color lines and fall in love.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 196 pages
Publication date: 15 July 2023
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

In the 20th century, China experienced a transformative dynastic shift, transitioning from an outdated monarchy to a modern communist state. This era of revolutionary change was characterized by political turmoil and social unrest. It witnessed a surge of Chinese individuals traveling abroad for education and business opportunities, while foreigners flocked to China in search of economic prospects and adventure. During this time, Chinese and foreigners began to cross paths and form romantic relationships, known as fengliu yunshi 風流韻事. These love affairs, occurring during the final phase of Western imperialism, including its enduring racial biases and even laws against interracial sexual relationships, stood out as remarkable.

Conversely, in China, periodic outbreaks of hostility and violence against foreigners occurred. This book delves into the interracial relationships of twenty-two individuals who overcame these barriers and found love, defying societal norms and challenging cultural prejudices.

Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781538176269